Comm. G.B. Burlotto – Barolo Cannubi 2015 – Piedmont Italy

Comm. G.B. Burlotto Barolo Cannubi 2015 is a single-vineyard Nebbiolo from one of the most historic and revered crus in Barolo. Sourced from the famed Cannubi hill, this wine combines the power and structure of great Barolo with the elegance and finesse that have made Cannubi legendary for centuries.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region: Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
• Vintage: 2015
• Vineyard: Cannubi Valletta
• Vineyard Size: 0.70 hectares
• Exposure: Predominantly east-facing
• Altitude: Up to 280 meters
• Planting: Replanted in 1988 using massale selection of Nebbiolo on Kober 5BB rootstock
• Soils: Sant’Agata marls with significant sandy components and deeper clay-rich marl layers
• Training System: Guyot
• Vinification: Hand-harvested and fermented in open French oak vats with daily pump-overs and punch-downs
• Aging: 20–36 months in large French oak barrels, followed by at least 9 months in bottle
• Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
• Style: Single-vineyard Barolo

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Red cherry, raspberry, dried rose, wild strawberry
• Savory: Earth, spice, dried herbs, mineral notes
• Structure: Firm tannins, vibrant acidity, exceptional length

Burlotto describes Cannubi through four defining themes: rigor, warmth, power, and class. The vineyard’s sandy marl soils bring remarkable elegance and aromatic refinement, while Nebbiolo’s natural structure provides depth and longevity. The result is a Barolo of harmony, precision, and unmistakable sense of place.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from the legendary Cannubi cru, one of Barolo's most celebrated vineyards
• Sourced from a tiny 0.70-hectare parcel in Cannubi Valletta
• Combines the elegance of Cannubi with Burlotto’s traditional winemaking approach

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• White truffle risotto
• Braised beef or osso buco
• Wild boar ragù
• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of single-vineyard Barolo
✓ Lovers of elegant, age-worthy Nebbiolo
✓ Fans of traditional Piedmont wines
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, fruit-forward reds